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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: September 4, 2017

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Thalia Cecil posted an update
7 years ago (May 8, 2019)
I was suppose to have my aortic valve replaced in September 2017, instead the surgeon decided to repair the valve. I am currently pregnant and thought things would be great but after my echo I was told the valve needs completely replaced. My valve is severely narrowed again. Of course... Read more.
👍 Bradley Dunn reacted to this
Thalia - You are simply amazing! Wishing you a successful replacement and a quick recovery! You've got a lot of life and many great adventures ahead of you. All the best! ❤
Thalia Cecil posted an update
8 years ago (September 15, 2017)
So I am getting my chest tubes taken out in a few minutes and the surgeon visited me this morning and said that I could be leaving tomorrow!!! I can't wait to see my son and to keep getting better. Thanks for all of the support and prayers
Congrats. Sounds like you are doing really well. Best wishes for a speedy recovery
Way to go Thalia, not so bad looking back 😀 Just make sure you take care for a while and let your body heal.
Wonderful news! now all you need is to have a speedy recovery. Wishing you the best outcome and recovery!
Great job Thalia! It is so nice to go home!!!! No bear hugs though!
Thalia Cecil posted an update
8 years ago (September 13, 2017)
Feeling good. Been almost 24 hours since going under. This is honestly a breeze at the moment compared to what I thought it would be. But I don't know what it's like to walk yet. I feel better each time I wake up. And they ended up only doing a... Read more.
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Great news Thalia
Excellent news. Hope your recovery us uncomplicated and speedy. God is good!
Thalia - so happy to see that you are doing so well.....and posting after such a short time - what an inspiration!

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